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APM Rules Before NRB in August

UPDATED ~ Integrated Aquatic Plant Management Rulemaking Heads to Natural Resources Board – Deadline for written comments/request to speak is now Aug 5 at 11am By Wisconsin Lakes staff Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resource’s bid to update and consolidate the...
Let’s Celebrate Lakes!

Across the country, July is “Lakes Appreciation Month!” From WI Lakes staff Once again, the North American Lakes Management Society is encouraging all Americans to celebrate July as “Lakes Appreciation Month!“ As NALMS points out, “You work and play on...
Help Stop the Spread of Invasive Species This Summer

WI Dept. of Natural Resources and the Clean Boats, Clean Water program announce the 2022 Landing Blitz this 4th of July weekend! From the WI Dept of Natural ResourcesJune 28, 2022 The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking...
One Week Left to Nominate a Lake Steward!

WI Lake Stewardship Nominations are due December 15, 2021 By Wisconsin Lakes staff Do you know an outstanding person or group who dedicates time and talent to our state’s water resources? We encourage you to nominate them for the prestigious...
Grant Opportunity for Lake Conservation

Midwest Glacial Lakes Partnership announces 2023 Lake Conservation Grant Program By WI Lakes staff, adapted from MGLP news release The Midwest Glacial Lakes Partnership recently announced a request for project proposals for funding from the MGLP 2023 Lake Conservation Grant...
Impaired Waters List Input Opportunity

DNR Seeks Public Comment On Updated Water Condition Lists Wisconsin Lakes reposts relevant news releases from the WI DNR as a service to its members FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 29, 2021Contact: Ashley Beranek, DNR Surface Water Quality Assessments Coordinator or 608-267-9603 MADISON, Wis. –...

Milwaukee River Rat Chat and City Lights Brewing visit

On July 20 we gathered in Milwaukee for a River Rat Chat at City Lights Brewing. We got a chance to see familiar faces, talk to other watershed protection leaders, and welcome new members. The post Milwaukee River Rat Chat and City Lights Brewing visit appeared first on River Alliance of WI.
Snapshot Day on August 20 will be community science in action

Water lovers of all ages are invited to join River Alliance of Wisconsin and local watershed protection groups on a search for aquatic invasive species, August 20 at volunteer sites around the state. The post Snapshot Day on August 20 will be community science in action appeared first on River Alliance of WI.
Amherst River Rat Chat and Central Waters Brewing visit

On June 30 we gathered in Amherst for a River Rat Chat at Central Waters Brewing. Around 30 of us got a chance to see familiar faces and welcome new members. The post Amherst River Rat Chat and Central Waters Brewing visit appeared first on River Alliance of WI.
Joint statement on Flambeau Mine Closure

River Alliance of Wisconsin joined Wisconsin’s Green Fire: Voices for Conservation and Sierra Club - WI Chapter to respond to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources' certificate of completion for a portion of the former Flambeau Mine. The post Joint statement on Flambeau Mine Closure appeared first on
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Little Yellow River restoration at the Necedah National Wildlife Refuge

On June 14 River Alliance staff went on a field trip to visit the Necedah National Wildlife Refuge. We met with current wildlife biologist Brad Strobel and the recently retired staff biologist, Mark Pfost. They gave us a tour of the area and we saw the exciting work they are doing to restore the Little Yellow River. The post Little...
Fools’ Flotilla welcomed floats, boats, and fun to the Yahara River

River Alliance of Wisconsin once again welcomed boaters to the Yahara River in Madison for the Fools’ Flotilla on June 12. The floating parade included live music by local musicians performing as the River Rats and creative costumes and floats. The post Fools’ Flotilla welcomed floats, boats, and fun to the Yahara River appeared first on
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